Maidstone State Park
National Register of Historic Places

Maidstone State Park

Maidstone, Essex County, Vermont
Listed
November 29, 2001
Type
District
Period
Industrial
Ref No.
01001285

About this property

Maidstone State Park is a state park in the U.S. state of Vermont. The park is located in the town of Maidstone in Essex County in Vermont's Northeast Kingdom. One of the state's most remote parks, it provides public access to the 796-acre (322 ha) glacial Maidstone Lake in Maidstone State Forest. The park was developed by the Civilian Conservation Corps and opened in 1938. Activities include fishing, hiking, camping, boating, wildlife watching, and picnicking. The park is open from Memorial Day weekend to Columbus Day weekend; fees are charged for day use and camping.

Location

4858 and 4876 Maidstone Rd.
Maidstone, Essex County, Vermont
44.64338, -71.64587

Categories

ENTERTAINMENT/RECREATIONARCHITECTURE
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Sources

Property data from the National Register of Historic Places, National Park Service (public domain).

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When was Maidstone State Park listed on the National Register?

Maidstone State Park was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on November 29, 2001.

What type of historic resource is Maidstone State Park?

Maidstone State Park is classified as a district in the National Register of Historic Places.

What is the period of significance for Maidstone State Park?

The period of significance for Maidstone State Park is recorded as the industrial era, specifically around 1938.

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